1971 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi A 112 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
| Model | A 112 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
